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Roy Cottage offers self-catering accommodation on Isle of Man – Roy Cottage is located in Castletown on the Isle of Man Roy Cottage is a traditional Manx cottage, situated on the sea front, in the scenic conservation area of the ancient capital, Castletown. An ideal base to explore the Isle of Man, Castletown is situated…

Due to a cancellation we have availability for TT practice and TT weeks 2023 Accommodation available for TT 2023 (14 day booking) Roy Cottage is available for TT practice & race week (Saturday 27 May – Friday 10 June 2023) at £1200 p/w Contact Roy Cottage to book your holiday

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Staycation offer for Isle of Man residents only. Enjoy a fantastic weekend in Castletown this September/October, 2 night stay £250.00 and 3rd night is free!   Here is a suggested itinerary. Arrive Friday – Start with a drink at the Castle Arms, the famous Gluepot pub. Dinner at Leonardos resturant with delicious mediterraen food and…

Roy Cottage is open for Staycations for Manx residents only 15% discount on usual prices £590/week July/August £490/week September pro-rata short breaks for stays of 3 nights plus   Our latest Staycation guests from Peel, had some lovely things to say about Roy Cottage and Castletown.

In conjunction with the Isle of Man Home Guard Re-enactment Society, the Friends Of Castletown Station are holding a celebration of both V.E. and V.J. Day at the station on Saturday 15th August; contact mankscarol@manx.net for details.

Roy Cottage is delighted to offer Isle of Man residents a 15% discount on 2020 rates for Staycations. Come and stay in historic Castletown in a seaside cottage on the beach front. We have reduced Staycation prices by 15% 2020 Staycation Special prices – summer weeks all reduced by 15% for Isle of Man residents…

Have you visited Balley Cashtal Beg yet? You never know who you might meet! Balley Cashtal Beg is Manx for Little Castletown, a town within a town. Collect a trail leaflet from the Town Hall, Railway Station, Bowling Green Cafe, Craftworks studio, or many other local businesses, look for the stars on the maps and…

Roy Cottage is available for Manx GP 22 August – 4th September 2020.   Come and stay at Roy Cottage to catch all the action. A beautiful cottage by the sea, a few minutes from restaurants and pubs. Unlimited wi-fi.  Ideal for two. Week is high season rate, Race week is motorsport rate – see…

Do you like a challenge? How about a 25 mile hike across an entire island UNESCO Biosphere Reserve? The Millennium Way travels the backbone of the Isle of Man with views that will take your breath away! Roy Cottage is a great base for walkers and the Millennium Way is perfect as it finishes in…

Easter Weekend, Friday 10th to Monday 13th April 2020 Four days of enthusiast tours, photographic opportunities and special events across the island’s heritage railways. Good Friday – 10th April 2020 M.E.R. and Snaefell Timetable C in operation alongside the following special events: M.E.R. Parallel Run Parallel Run from Derby Castle to Laxey using Cars 6…

The Barbirolli Oboe Competition is an international competition for oboe players from all over the world which takes place every 3 years. The competition is judged by a jury of international oboe players chaired by George Caird. The competition was created by Evelyn Barbirolli, herself an oboist and wife of Sir John Barbirolli. As well…

A 2 day event from 17th – 18th September 2020 1 Professional golfer forms a team with 3 amateur golfers 36 hole Championship played over 2 days 40 team places available This event features as part of the Professional Golfers Associations National Schedule in 2020 Prizes available for both Professionals and Amateurs Entry Deadline Jun…

Free entry to the local Fun family day with lots going on A day/evening fun day event with fashion contest, local and holiday princess, bonny baby, craft stalls, bouncy castles, games, fancy dress parade in the evening. Live music throughout the day including our castletown metropolitan silver band. There will be a procession with our…

Don’t forget to visit all the fantastic little businesses while you are visiting Castletown! Pick up some peri peri chicken down at Victoria Grill or wood-fired pizza at The Secret Pizza Co, good old fashioned pub grub at The George and the Garrison, authentic noodles at the Time Out Noodle Bar or a bit of…

Designed & painted by local artist & illustrator Eve Adams, Myn’changaroo Ferrishyn a.k.a. The Fairy Wallaby is the design that reflects Eve’s Balley Cashtal Beg community project. Balley Cashtal Beg is Manx Gaelic for ‘Little Castletown’, over 70 fairy doors form a hidden trail around the town with at least 7 fairy doors just around…

17 Aug 2019 at 09:30 – 18 Aug 2019 at 17:00 Dust off your Vera Lynn LP, dig out the ration book and watch out for enemy aircraft overhead, it’s Island at War weekend. The steam railway goes back to the 1940s this weekend to celebrate two days of events at Douglas, Castletown, Colby and…

Castletown has a lively Market showcasing local crafters and artisan food from around the world on the last Saturday of every month! Come down to Castletown on the last Saturday of every month from 10am to 4pm! Find interesting arts and crafts as well as amazing world food by local producers. Enjoy a wide range…

We are still free for Southern 100 week 2019 ( due to a cancellation). Anyone who missed TT, fancy a week in Castletown. Fantastic weather guaranteed! High season rate £690/week. Please contact Julie at info@roycottage.im PS We are booked for 2020.

Castletown looking great today 😎

Do you fancy a few days or week away in May on the Isle of Man. Did you know that before the excitement of TT weeks, when the island’s population doubles in size, mid May is a peaceful and beautiful time to visit. Do you love walking? You don’t need to be a committed walker…

Castle Rushen looked spectacular during @ourislandim Festival of Light as part of their closing celebrations last night. Visit their site for details on other events.  

The power of the waves captured beautifully in Castletown today by Mike Radcliffe ‘Raw power’ Storm Erik, Castletown

This lovely Langness walk is a great one to do when you’re staying with us, and can be extended by setting out on foot from the cottage. When was the last time that you took a trip to Langness? Grab a packed lunch and take a trip to the historic peninsula! 🚶 Meaning ‘Long Point’…

PRAYING THE KEEILLS week in 2019 will take place between Sat 18th – Sat 25th May We shall be sharing together as we journey on foot, by car and public transport visiting keeills and exploring other sacred sites, learning about our Celtic and spiritual heritage and enjoying sharing fun and fellowship. Find out the lates…

Wednesday 24th to Sunday 28 July 2019 Five action-packed days of enthusiast tours, photographic opportunities and special events across the island’s heritage railways, roads, and other modes of transport Find the latest news about this event at the Manx Electric Railway website